As Americans prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, East Coast residents are eyeing a storm that could become a hurricane and dampen their holiday fun. Find out all you need to know about these destructive storms.

National Hurricane Center The NHC Tropical Prediction Center offers a wealth of information, including data on aircraft reconnaissance, as well as the latest satellite data. The site also catalogs all bulletins.

FEMA Storm Watch Find out what areas have received emergency disaster declarations and link to state emergency management offices.

NWS Hurricane Awareness This site offers solid hurricane awareness and preparedness tips, plus links to many more resources.

Hurricane Preparedness Week History teaches that a lack of hurricane awareness and preparation are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. Learn your vulnerability and how to reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.